TURNING OLD INTO NEW . . .

Posted on April 9, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER

Some of the smaller river towns in Wisconsin and Minnesota were thriving communities at their start. Much of the lumber industry relied on these rivers to transport their products from the north woods to the larger mills along the way. Paul loved painting in these quaint little towns. Mainly because many of the original structures are still there. They’ve been upgraded of course, but are still beautiful in their architecture and a reminder of the past.

The shop in this painting is a sampling of how old can often be restored and reused. Today, Coco Bello is an interior design company which also turns old into new. We walk this earth and our bodies are used, overused and abused to the point of very little hope for renovation. However, we continue to trust in God’s promise, even when we’re falling apart. His promise that even when our hair turns gray and our bones dry up, we will be restored into new bodies. No more pain. No sadness or depression. No worries, anxiety or fear. Death has no power over us, because God’s own Son made it possible for those who believe in Him, to reach heaven by His merit alone. There is no greater love than that which God pours on His people. When he looks at us, he no longer sees a sinner, but His own sinless Son.

Days of our lives go swiftly by. We travel this world for a while.

We walk without fear we leap and try, but soon we lose our smile.

The tests make us weary and sad. The cost seems too great to go on.

We start to feel useless and bad. The melody slips from our song.

Still, God walks beside us each day. He knows that our struggle is great.

So, trust Him to chart every way. To guide you to heaven, just wait.

His love is sublime, He treasures your time, His love is so pure, He had to endure.

The pain of a cross, to carry our loss. When He looks at you. You know it’s true.

Your sins are as white as the snow. To heaven you surely will go.

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I FELL ASLEEP COUNTING MY BLESSINGS . . .

Posted on April 8, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

I’m posting one more today, because yesterday was one of those days I simply have to share. My journey over the past few years has been one of many tests, many joys, a huge amount of memories and the loss of my husband. These are things that tend to send us into a tailspin or can provide us with proof that God is working all things for His good.

Yesterday morning, as I got ready for my morning of babysitting, I forgot to put my brand new hearing aids into my ears. I realized it half way to my destination. I could’ve have turned around and retrieved them, but I so enjoy being with my great grandson of six months, I didn’t. I figured I don’t yet understand his language yet, and it really wouldn’t make any difference to him. I had a great morning with the little guy and forgot all about my memory loss. When I left, I went on to do some grocery shopping. I shuffled quickly through the store picking up necessary items and some not so important things. I packed the goods into my car and drove off. When I arrived home, I realized I didn’t have my purse. I left it in the grocery cart! I raced back to the store in hopes of finding it, since my whole identity was in that bag. The carts had all been moved inside and my heart sank. I decided to go inside and ask if anyone had turned in a purse. All this time I was thinking who does that anymore. When I reached the service desk, my blood pressure must’ve been screaming off the charts. Instead, I found my purse had been returned, with all my identity intact including $8 + change. What a relief. My body temperature was now rising so I removed my coat and thanked God for continuing to watch over me,

Back home I went. Went to open the door to the house and realized I didn’t have my house keys. I retraced my steps. Called my granddaughter to see if I’d left them at her house. By now I was sweating bullets and wondering where my mind was. I was able to get ine because my grandson is living with me now and was home. Eventually the keys had fallen out of my coat pocket and were wedged under the seat. Thank you again, dear God.

It was a perfectly horrible day, yet I withstood one peril after another, not because of anything I did. It was all in the hands of God. Everything is. Even when the ugliest things are going on all around us, there is still hope, because God has this.

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ICONIC SIGNS OF THE CITY . . .

Posted on April 8, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER©

This painting of the iconic Gold Medal Flour signs, which are visible from the Mississippi River, stand as a beacon of sorts for those nearing the town of Minneapolis.  One of the major industries in our town has been the manufacturing of flour and flour products.  The grain silos upon which the twin signs stand, act as a welcome to the metropolis made famous by one of the main brands of a product known throughout the civilized world.  For over a hundred years, it has been part of our city scape.

Paul spent the majority of his career in the advertising industry. He was trained in college to be a graphic designer. He interned at a printing firm and found out the basics of that industry. He learned how to set type, keyline and clean up finished work. He learned all aspects of different industries and agriculture through on hands training in the field. His inventive brain could come up with ideas on the spur of the moment as he would sketch as the client laid out his plans for his campaign. He was known for his speed and accuracy. I guess you could call him an icon in the ad business. Icons are no different than the rest of us. They just work a little harder and strive for excellence. Paul did that without even thinking about it. I know he wouldn’t want to be referred to as such, but he definitely was an entrepreneur.

Firmly she stands on the water’s edge, brilliantly lighting the way,

Beckoning travelers to stop and stay, greeting them day by day,

This sign once stood lightless, but those who knew, restored her again to view,

Proudly displaying the product’s name, it was again made bright and new,

So when you approach the river’s edge, be on the lookout for her,

An icon of past days  and future so bright, sweet memories  she will stir.

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PUTTING THINGS INTO PERSPECTIVE . . .

Posted on April 7, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER

I’ve often said that aging is not for the faint of heart. Getting up in the morning is the first challenge. Making a mad dash to the bathroom is second on the list, but next shock is looking at the mirror and wondering what my great grandmother is doing in there – staring at me with her stoic, wrinkled face. Our perspective changes on everything begins to change. This weekend I received my first set of hearing aids and a whole new world has opened to me. My point of view is still changing. In fact, when I turned on the vacuum cleaner, I thought I’d blow my brains out with the noise. I can now hear things I never heard before.

An artist relies on a sense of perspective as well. When painting a landscape with a path running through it, the size of the path will grow as it gets closer to the viewer. A building is even more difficult to get the right perspective. All of the angles, sizes and shapes have to be taken into account. Paul was a master of bringing those things to a canvas. His perspective in life followed the same path. He could examine a situation, work through it in his mind, get advice from his Creator and put things into action to find solutions. Putting God first was his mantra and he followed that until the day he died.

So, as we grow old, we have a mountain of information and wisdom to share with others. Using those skills can build a strong future for our younger generation. Our legacy is really not about what we do on earth, but how God can use us to further His kingdom.

Our lives begin in innocence, we are too young to know;
But even in those fledgling years, we choose the way we go.
Our minds are bright our will is strong.
We think we know what’s right and wrong.
Our very hearts grow black with sin, our souls drift to and fro.

We can’t escape the grip of sin. It grows within our heart.
It’s like a cancer moving in and tearing souls apart.
There’s not a thing that we can do.
Our fate is sealed, our death is too.
Our path is filled with darkness, we have no place to start.

Our God showed love omnipotent. He sent His own dear Son.
To pay the price for my misdeeds – salvation He has won.
There’s not a word that I can say,
For burdens lifted every day.
My soul was purchased with His blood, the work has all been done.

How can I thank you, my dear Lord, for everything you gave,
So I will too in heaven live. My soul from sin is saved.
I give my heart and soul to you.
There’s nothing else for me to do.
I’ll praise your name forevermore – my sin is washed away.

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IF TREES COULD TALK . . .

Posted on April 6, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER©

Today might be a nice day for a drive or walk through a park. The sun is getting warmer and even a slight breeze would invigorate the soul. It seems we come closer to our Redeemer when we find ourselves in a natural setting. This painting was done plein air at Snail Lake Park. I’m assuming in the fall months. The grass is still green, but the leaves are turning. In the seasons of life, we go through many changes as well. Eventually we die, but there is the promise of new life after death. When we lose one we love, it seems like part of us goes back into the earth as well, but God tells us that we have a room waiting for us in heaven. I wonder if it will be surrounded by trees.

Trapped beneath the rugged surface,
A protrusion of gnarly bark and battered limbs,
Hidden within the depths of darkness,
A face sullied by nature,
Yet deeply entrenched with character,
Wrinkled and shriveled over time,
Scraggily,

Cragged,

Rutted,

Hellacious,

The years have overtaken,
A million voices it has heard,
The passage of time does not deter,
Still capturing rays of the sun,
Still suffering under gale force winds and driving rain,
Witness to all that sin has done to this world,

It weeps,

It bends,

It rebounds,

It lives again,

I wonder what stories it would tell,

If it could talk.

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TRANQUILITY . . .

Posted on April 5, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER©

As I scroll through Paul’s art, I feel he is with me. It’s always been a connection for us. He painted and I wrote. The words were easily inspired, because his work always gave me a sense of peace and tranquility. In so many ways, our life together was a matter of collaboration. We shared God at our center. This made it possible for us to get through the rough times without too much scarring. We enjoyed all the arts which gave us something in common. We liked to laugh. In my memory are moments of rollicking laughter, inopportune chuckles, LOLs when no one else saw the funny. We grew up together, having known each other from the age of 13 to 82. We went through rough times as well as profitable times. God had our plan arranged before we ever met. In these pieces of art, I have found a solace because so much of this man is in the work. I can no longer hug him. The days of conversation and laughter are gone, but I can’t erase the memories. Today’s painting is similar to many others, but the beautiful sunrise over a turquoise lake is breathtaking.

Life and all its rigor, anxiety and friction, comes to a screeching halt when you find that tranquil place that gives you complete peace.  It can be held in words written on a page, the sounds of nature or the music of a classical masterpiece. Or it can be a memory of a place once traveled – a site untouched by human hands which has endured the test of time – a place where only you and God exist together in harmony.

Psalm 91:2-6 ESV “I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler. You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day, nor the pestilence that stalks in darkness, nor the destruction that wastes at noonday.”

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PEACE IN THE VALLEY . . .

Posted on April 4, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER©

It seems at times that there is no place to go when life is throwing brick after brick at you. We scurry through this life trying to figure things out – trying to fix things – looking for answers. We may even think that we have the issue solved and something else happens to shake our world. In Psalm 23, God tells us that we can take refuge in Him. He will calm our fears and give us hope. He can even solve those problems that we can’t begin to handle. This painting shows how our sanctuary can be found wherever He abides and that’s everywhere. He is our “go to” place where we can leave our cares on His shoulders.

A peaceful mist hangs over the stillness of a chilly mountain lake,

Covered as with fairy dust, the beclouded vapor permeates,

The cool blue water reflects an autumn morning,

Light bounces off trees, causing them to dance in the breeze,

Soon all that will remain is the shadows of winter,

Snow will fill the valleys,

Ice will hang in branches where leaves once lived,

The scent of pine fills the air,

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GOD’S INTRICATE DESIGN . . .

Posted on April 3, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER

God’s design is so amazing. Just take a moment to feast your eyes on it. The indigenous people of America were very much aware of this. This painting is an example of the Northwest Coast people. Paul was intrigued by their art and many of his sculptures reflect that. With each season, change is all throughout nature. God’s amazing design is everywhere. With the coming of spring, birds are making their way back into our environment. His eye is on the smallest and greatest of them. Today, as the sun rises, thank Him for His handiwork. Each line, curve and detail is important to the finished product. Yes, there is darkness in this sin filled world, but look closer and you will see the majesty of God’s masterpiece.

A tree stands firmly in the ground, though ancient yet unworthy,

Its life has spanned a hundred years, its limbs cried out for mercy,

The sun has withered, burnt and scorched, the wind has taken its toll,

The snow filled skies and frosty air are God’s quality control.

In spring new life will come again as leaves bud forth in glory,

A canopy of green appears creating a new story,

In fall the tree must undergo another painful trimming,

As leaves of crimson, gold and rust upon the ground are swimming.

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SIGNS OF SPRING . . .

Posted on April 2, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER©


A gentle breeze winds its way through a treed canopy,
Taking a trip along the water’s edge,
Clouds begin to collect in angelic form above the lake,
A peaceful setting, filled with people walking the perfectly landscaped path,
Artists interspersed throughout,
Where each of them casts his own interpretation upon an empty canvas,
While onlookers draw their own conclusions,
Soon the gentle, drifting clouds connect,
A raging storm ensues,
A mad dash to collect belongings and hit the road,
A spring day in the life of the itinerate artist

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OPEN SKETCH BOOK

Posted on April 1, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER©

A gentle breeze flows through the trees as people stroll along the water’s edge. Clouds gather above the lake, creating a tranquil scene filled with artists painting on their canvases and observers forming their own ideas. Suddenly, the clouds unite, leading to a sudden storm. Everyone rushes to gather their things and leave, capturing a chaotic moment in a summer day for the traveling artist.

The inspiring part about going through some of Paul’s sketchbooks, is finding his little notes or observations or prayers. He noticed the little things in nature. I remember him telling about one particular class he taught to young children regarding ants. He had them sit in one place and watch as a colony of ants would move about – their intensity and great work ethic. They sat patiently for a while. Some of them lost interest, but those who persevered were met with an abundance of surprises. Those who continued to watch noticed things like little cities, or houses, or storage units. Their imaginations were coming to life and Paul’s lesson on taking time to observe the little things was hitting home.

Take time today to watch, listen and observe. God has His eye on the whole world. Imagine what he sees. If we take just a few minutes to meditate on what is being said or done, we can open the door to a million miracles.

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JESUS MY KING

Posted on March 31, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER

Our God is inconceivable in every aspect of life. He is the King of Creation, Lord of Lords, the One and only True God. His love is beyond our human comprehension. He is Master of all things. This simple painting, framed in natural elements, shows the human vision of what God does every minute of every day. The light He sheds upon our world is the same light that guides us through it. He didn’t have to die for me, but He did.

You are my Lord and King. Without you I am lost.

My praise to you I bring, for paying the great cost.

You died upon the cross to save a wretch like me.

You suffered pain and loss upon that dreadful tree,

You gave your life for me, and others who believe.

You died to set me free. Your truth I’ll never leave.

Help me to mirror you; to walk within your light;

To share all that you do – your power and your might.

You’ve given me your Word – a manual for my life.

With it I now have heard the answers for my strife.

Prepare my heart for you. Let me your servant be.

May everything I do, reflect your love for me.

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A BRAND NEW DAY . . .

Posted on March 30, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER©

Paul was part of a daily study of an osprey nest at the Coon Rapids Dam park several years back. There were about four guys altogether, who met each morning to bird watch. They kept copious notes and took hundreds of photographs as Paul set up his easel and palette. Being the naturalist that he was it wasn’t long before he had laid the underpainting and made notes as he watched. The project lasted for more than a month from the beginning of the nesting process, the laying of eggs to the new life that finally sprang forth. Paul was a stickler for detail, because every little bit of a painting tells a story. He took note of the different sizes of the birds – the expressions on their faces – the pecking order – even the details within the nest. You’ll see a dog collar, which was scrounged by one of the mature birds to hold things together. All that remains of that adventure is this painting and many unused notes and photos. The memory lingers, however, of a few guys getting together in nature and enjoying the view.

The osprey will return each year to the same nest. I wonder if that particular one is still there.

The dark days of winter have finally passed, a new day awakes with the sun,

The earth now gives way to the greening of grass, the squirrels are all on the run,

A robin is perched on a sweet budding branch, a cardinal sings beautiful tunes,

A newly tilled field lies awaiting a chance, to enjoy the sun’s long afternoons,

From dormant, dead soil, springs new life once again, sweet flowers explode in the rain,

The water from God benefits the terrain, and gives all  that it needs to sustain,

The process of life, makes us blessed like the earth, with seasons of unending bliss,

The story begins at the time of our birth, there are days that we’d rather dismiss,

We cannot escape trouble, it’s part of the plan, to test and refine us each day,

To strengthen our growth in life’s tenuous span, to trust in our God as we pray,

No more will we lay in that backbreaking ground, a new life awaits in the end,

Upon our last day, we’ll inherit a crown, given by our sweet Jesus, our friend

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ADDING COLOR TO A DREARY DAY

Posted on March 29, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER

Here’s another example from one of Paul’s sketch books. I’m assuming it was done with ball point pens. Paul would often draw a sketch for future use in a painting. He had the knack of being able to show movement in his works just by adding a line or curve or two. You can almost feel the wind blowing on this little farmstead and the chill of a March morning displaying grey skies. When days like that occur, it’s time to spend some time with God in prayer.

WHEN ALL WE CAN DO IS PRAY

Why is it when we come in prayer
We just don’t have the words to share?
The struggles still continue on,
Our hopes diminish and are gone.

We lift our voices, but we fear
That God’s too far away to hear.
We grow impatient and cannot wait
We think our problems aren’t that great.

Our ego soon gets in the way.
We think that we don’t have to pray,
But God knows all our needs and cares;
He wants to hear our inmost prayers.

He sends His spirit to our side,
To speak in words we cannot hide.
He goes to God to intercede,
In royal language does He plead

So, take your troubles to the Lord.
Don’t worry over the right word.
He loves to hear from you each day.
Don’t feel inadequate – just pray!

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CELEBRATING BRUCE . . .

Posted on March 29, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

The picture above is of my brother-in-law, Bruce Bloom. On Christmas day of 2024, he went peacefully into his heavenly Father’s home after battling Alzheimer’s disease. This was a man who made great strides in the business world, raised two lovely daughters and was dearly loved by my sister and many others throughout his life. My memories of Bruce include his dry and sometimes sarcastic sense of humor. I recall him singing the song, “Picnic Time For Teddy Bears,” in a monotone voice that begged for help. He also displayed his magical talents by performing a trick on occasion. He would flourish a handkerchief in the air and then insert it into his cupped hand. Here’s where the magic came, folks. He pulled it out the other end and it appeared he had accomplished a great fete. The whole time this was going on, he again hummed a tune in that same monotone voice.

There was a time, early in their marriage, while he and my sister were managing one of the stores in the family business. The two of them devoted time, energy and much of their assets to make the store run smoothly and make a profit. At one point, my sister apparently got sick of the job and went on strike. Yes, she actually made up a picket sign and paraded in front of the store making her demands.

Bruce was a jock in high school and college. He continued to support his alma mater for many years. His wife, Carol was his greatest cheerleader, and they shared many happy memories throughout their marriage.

We share in the family’s grief today as we celebrate his amazing life. We pray for comfort for his family, Carol, Kristen, Jason, Jenny, Jonathan and Pearson. May God be with you through this difficult time and give you the assurance that Bruce is in heaven waiting for the rest of us.

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MATED FOR LIFE

Posted on March 28, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER

There are many creatures that mate for life. The magnificent trumpeter swans are in that category. Swans often decide on their partner before they’ve completely matured. They spend all their time together. They help each other through those times, giving of themselves to do so. They have to make compromises and decisions based on each other’s needs. These two were captured on a large canvas Paul decided to paint one day. It’s also true that they migrate in pairs. He and I were like those two.

I didn’t think too much of you at first,

A little guy with energy to burst,

You proved me wrong so many times,

You courted me and changed my life,

You asked that I would be your wife,

I didn’t know just quite what I should do.

God knew exactly what I needed. He is the One who interceded,

Bringing us together was His goal.

The years we spent together through every kind of weather,

We muddled through and were much stronger as we grew,

Your life now holds perfection, with no more insurrection,

My heart is happy for that blessed gift.

I know that it’s not ended. My heart has been upended,

But we will be together soon, my love.

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WISHFUL THINKING . . .

Posted on March 27, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER

I think of these paintings as an invitation to summer. They were created by the brush of Paul Boecher, but behind the scenes there were snippets of a special time, being recorded into the memories of those experiencing it. A small group of theatre students and their moms often found refreshment at this park at Elm Creek Park Reserve during the hot days of summer. These kids and their moms had a connection that reached outside of the theatre stage as friendships had been forged long before that. Those days imprinted fun times, laughter, memories and time that would not soon be forgotten. I think Paul embraced that thought throughout his life. Not only did he love the outdoors, the water, the center of activity, but also the time spent with those he truly cared about.

Time we spend walking this planet is limited. Who we walk with, makes the journey worth it.

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BATHED IN NEW LIFE

Posted on March 26, 2025 by atimetoshare.me
BATHED IN NEW LIFE . . .
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BROKEN BUT NOT DEAD YET . . .

Posted on March 25, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER©

A sputtering, rusted, old, decrepit vehicle sits outside a broken down edifice,

Both of them have seen better days,

Some days I feel like this,

My engine chugs along, performing well for a day or two and then,

It chokes, rattles and gasps for air,

These old bones have succumbed to age,

And often need an oil change,

The joints creak, the muscles have lost their bulk and the

Exterior is in need of updating and repair,

Still, we press on,

To that final day, when new bodies await,

Where tears and sadness do not exist,

Where pain is nothing but a distant remembrance of the past,

Though broken and scarred in this life, there is always hope in the next.

This painting tells a story of restoration. Of getting back into the game or up on a horse when you’ve fallen. I’ve been working my way through a bad cold this week. I’m coming close to the end, but the coughing lingers. When we get sick and at my age, rarely think recovery is going to be easy. Today is another day. Another chance at being alive. I also had an orthopedic injection in my knee and it finally kicked in. In filling out the necessary paperwork, I had to list my marital status. I checked “widow” for the first time. I am now a widow. As I sat there checking that box, tears started to form, but not for long. Like that old truck, I need a little help getting started. I know my days are numbered, but restoration is not only possible, it’s already been taken care of.

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HOPE ON A HILL . . .

Posted on March 24, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER©

This painting was completed in 1989 by Paul Boecher after returning from a hunting trip in Oregon. He was not here when his mother passed, but in what appeared to be a heavenly valley in the mountains. That picture remained in his mind until he reached home. It now resides in a church office at King of Grace Lutheran Church in Golden Valley. The title of the painting is “Heaven is my Home,” and truly conveys the beauty waiting for all the believers that trust that they will be there someday.

Sumptuous views from an old stone bridge, meeting the dawn of day,

Crossing the waters on the river’s edge, wishing that you could stay,

A quiet town from days gone by is kissed by the morning sun,

Painting the landscape and the sky, with colors one by one,

Valleys and hills do here abound – memories of days long past,

Peace and contentment can be found, but none of it will last,

Our only hope is Christ, the Lord, who bled upon a hill,

Suffered and died to keep His Word, followed His Father’s will,

But then He rose to life again, He conquered death that day,

Eternal life for us did win, He took our sins away.

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THE PEACE OF GOD IS THERE . . .

Posted on March 23, 2025 by atimetoshare.me
ART & POETRY FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER@

This lovely little watercolor displays Paul’s ability to capture light with the use of little color. These wonderful sketches are the heart of who Paul was. He loved God with a servant’s heart. He saw beauty in the little things of life. He had a zest for knowledge and a creative mind that spanned a lifetime. I miss this amazing artist, but I see him every day in what he’s left behind.

Looking back on days gone by,

Gazing at a muddied sky,

In the twinkling of an eye,

The peace of God is there.

Trudging through the path of life,

Summing up our natural strife,

Wishing for the after life,

The peace of God is there.

When we cross that great expanse,

Will it be by circumstance,

Will we have second chance,

The peace of God is there.

He’s waiting on the other side,

Continuing to lead and guide,

From Him we never more shall hide,

The peace of God is there.

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